Programming will explore themes relevant to the region and the broader national landscape, including housing and homeownership, entrepreneurship, financial technology, child and family financial well-being, and cross-border economic opportunity.

Additional session and speaker details will be announced as the agenda develops.

Program at a Glance 

All times Central

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

Registration, Coffee & Networking 

9:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Opening Plenary | Changing the Script: The State of Prosperity in the U.S. 

Two complementary conversations explore what prosperity looks like in everyday life and the public policies that can help make it possible for more families. Topics may include the cost of living, child care, housing, workforce opportunity, tax time and savings for the next generation, with Minnesota offering practical lessons for communities nationwide.

10:30 AM – 10:45 AM

Morning Break

10:45 AM – 11:55 AM 

Breakout Sessions | Round 1 

Practitioner-led sessions focused on policy readiness, filing-season preparation, and community solutions

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Networking Lunch 

1:15 PM – 2:30 PM

Afternoon Plenary | Tax Time and the Future of Financial Independence 

A forward-looking conversation about how the trusted tax-filing moment can connect families with information, resources and savings opportunities that strengthen financial security over time.

2:45 PM – 3:50 PM

Breakout Sessions | Round 2 

Field-led conversations on implementation, workforce development, and stronger local partnerships. 

4: PM – 5:00 PM

Closing Plenary | From Resilience to Prosperity: Building a City Where Families Can Thrive 

A closing conversation about the role of trusted institutions, accessible tax services, community leadership and early investments in children in helping families build stability today and financial security for the future. 

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Networking Reception 

Please note that the agenda is subject to change.